Demolition and sorting grapples are designed for fast, productive material handling.
| MDG06 | 280 |
| MDG08 | 400 |
| MDG15 | 960 |
| MDG20 | 1.450 |
| MDG30 | 2.080 |
The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple is the gripping and handling attachment with 360° hydraulic rotation designed specifically for the demolition of concrete and stone structures, the sorting of construction rubble and the management of demolition waste, applications where the impact resistance of Hardox, the jaw opening and the freedom of rotation directly determine productivity per shift.
With 5 models (MDG06 to MDG30) the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple covers excavators from 4 to 40 tonnes, from mini-excavators for selective interior demolition to heavy excavators on major industrial sites.
The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple is built from Hardox, Q460 and NM400 and operates at 320–350 bar with flows of 50–80 L/min depending on the model, parameters compatible with the standard auxiliary circuits of excavators in each tonnage class, without modifications to the machine's hydraulic system. The 5 models of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple
The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple range covers all classes of excavators currently used in demolition, from 4-tonne mini-excavators to 40-tonne heavy excavators. Each model is calibrated in weight, opening and working pressure for the compatible tonnage class.
“Each model is calibrated in weight, opening and working pressure for the compatible tonnage class.”
| Model | Weight (kg) | Jaw width (mm) | Max. opening (mm) | Pressure (bar) | Flow (L/min) | Excavator (t) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDG06 | 280 | 400 | 1.000 | 320 | 50 | 4–6 |
| MDG08 | 400 | 550 | 1.400 | 320 | 50 | 7–10 |
| MDG15 | 960 | 800 | 1.800 | 350 | 80 | 11–17 |
| MDG20 | 1.450 | 1.000 | 2.050 | 350 | 80 | 16–23 |
| MDG30 | 2.080 | 1.250 | 2.400 | 350 | 80 | 25–40 |
UZINEX engineers confirm the optimal model of concrete demolition excavator grapple and hydraulic compatibility with your excavator at the quotation stage. Free technical consultancy available. Main advantages of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple
• Hardox, Q460, NM400: impact and wear resistance in demolition. The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple is built from steels selected for the specific demands of demolition: Hardox on the contact surfaces with concrete and stone (resistance to abrasive wear), Q460 for the load-bearing structure (resistance to dynamic impact), NM400 in zones with combined loads. This combination extends the service life of the attachment compared with grapples built from a single type of steel.
• 360° hydraulic rotation: precise positioning in demolition. The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple rotates continuously through 360° from the excavator cab, allowing concrete and masonry rubble to be oriented exactly when unloading into a container or truck, and access to materials from any angle without repositioning the excavator. Free rotation is essential on selective demolition sites where the machine's manoeuvring space is limited by adjacent structures.
• 5 models for 4–40 tonnes, from mini to heavy excavator: the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple MDG06 (280 kg, 4–6t) covers selective interior demolition. MDG08 (400 kg, 7–10t), MDG15 (960 kg, 11–17t) and MDG20 (1.450 kg, 16–23t) cover residential and commercial sites. MDG30 (2.080 kg, 25–40t) is the solution for major industrial demolition: concrete halls, massive foundations, heavy infrastructure.
• Opening 1.000–2.400 mm adapted to rubble size: the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple MDG06 opens to 1.000 mm, sufficient for fractured concrete blocks and bricks. MDG30 opens to 2.400 mm, allowing large floor slabs and massive structural elements to be gripped in a single grab. The appropriate opening of the chosen model reduces the number of cycles needed to clear the work area and accelerates the demolition pace.
• Pressure 320–350 bar, flow 50–80 L/min: standard parameters. The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple operates at 320 bar and 50 L/min on the small models (MDG06, MDG08) and at 350 bar and 80 L/min on the medium and large models (MDG15–MDG30). These parameters fall within the specifications of the standard auxiliary circuits of excavators in the compatible tonnage classes, eliminating the need for hydraulic modifications to the machine.
• Versatility with concrete, stone, construction waste. The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple handles all types of materials resulting from demolition: fractured reinforced concrete, brick and stone masonry, stoneware and tiles, thermal insulation materials, metal profiles exposed after demolition. This versatility allows the same attachment to be used in all phases of demolition, from gripping large elements to sorting fine rubble.
• Jaw width 400–1.250 mm: secure grip on irregular shapes. The jaw width of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple (400 mm on MDG06 and 1.250 mm on MDG30) ensures an adequate contact surface with the irregularly shaped materials resulting from demolition, reducing the risk of dropping the load when lifting compared with grapples with narrow, thin jaws.
• 60-month UZINEX warranty: spare parts in stock at Iași, guaranteed national technical support within 24–48 hours.
Model selection guide: which MDG for your excavator
Choosing the correct model of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple depends on the tonnage of the available excavator and the typical dimensions of the materials to be handled on the demolition site.
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MDG06 (4–6 tonnes, 280 kg, 1.000 mm opening) is the concrete demolition excavator grapple for mini-excavators used in selective interior demolition: removing partition walls, demolishing floor slabs between apartments, working in basements and low-headroom spaces where a larger excavator cannot operate.
MDG08 (7–10 tonnes, 400 kg, 1.400 mm opening) is the concrete demolition excavator grapple for compact excavators used on residential sites: demolition of single-family houses, small blocks, retaining walls, light foundations. The 1.400 mm opening covers the structural elements of standard residential construction.
MDG15 (11–17 tonnes, 960 kg, 1.800 mm opening) and MDG20 (16–23 tonnes, 1.450 kg, 2.050 mm opening) are the concrete demolition excavator grapple models for medium commercial and industrial sites: office buildings, light halls, medium-class concrete infrastructure. MDG20 with its 2.050 mm opening handles the larger floor slabs and beams in commercial construction.
MDG30 (25–40 tonnes, 2.080 kg, 2.400 mm opening) is the concrete demolition excavator grapple for major industrial demolition: reinforced concrete production halls, massive foundations, bridge pylons, heavy infrastructure structures. The maximum opening of 2.400 mm and the weight of 2.080 kg allow large structural elements that cannot be fragmented before demolition to be gripped. Main applications of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple
Demolition of reinforced concrete buildings is the reference application of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple. The floor slabs, beams, columns and reinforced concrete walls resulting from the demolition of a building must be gripped, lifted and moved into a container or onto the truck platform, operations that with a standard bucket require multiple passes, but with the concrete demolition excavator grapple are carried out precisely in a single grab.
Sorting demolition materials (separating concrete from metal reinforcement, brick from concrete, recyclable materials from inert rubble) is facilitated directly by the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple with 360° rotation. The operator rotates and orients the load to view its composition and deposits it selectively into the correct fractions, reducing the need for subsequent manual sorting.
Selective demolition in existing buildings (removing specific elements without affecting the adjacent structure) benefits from the gripping precision of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple. The 360° rotation and the jaw width adapted to the dimensions of the element to be removed allow controlled extraction of walls, stairs or foundation elements without the uncontrolled impact typical of the digging bucket.
Emergency interventions on collapsed or damaged structures (removing fallen concrete elements after earthquakes, floods or fires) are an application where the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple allows controlled access to affected areas without the risk of destabilising the residual structure through impact with the bucket. The MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple vs. the other UZINEX grapples and attachments
The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple complements the UZINEX range of demolition attachments, alongside the Monde JS-RT hydraulic shear and the YZJ310 metal-structure demolition shear.
Hydraulic shears cut and fragment structural elements; they are the solution when concrete or metal must be sectioned into smaller pieces. The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple grips, lifts and moves the already fragmented elements or the elements that can be extracted whole; it is the handling and sorting attachment that complements the cutting operation of the shear.
Compared with the MPB multifunctional grapple (mixed waste, ports), the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple is specialised for resistance to the impact of concrete and stone, materials with a specific weight and abrasiveness higher than mixed and port materials. The Hardox on the jaws and Q460 on the structure give the MDG the resistance to the wear specific to demolition compared with the Q345B grapples intended for lighter materials.
Combined with a Monde DEHN quick coupler, the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple can be mounted and dismounted from the excavator cab in less than a minute, quickly alternating with the bucket or the shear depending on the work phase of the demolition. Frequently asked questions about the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple
Can I use the MDG15 on a 20-tonne excavator?
The MDG15 is sized for 11–17 tonnes, so a 20-tonne excavator should use the MDG20 (16–23 tonnes) to benefit from the opening and gripping force appropriate to the machine's capacity. UZINEX engineers confirm the correct model at the quotation stage: an undersized model reduces productivity, while an oversized model can overload the excavator arm. Does the MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple require a dual hydraulic circuit?
Yes, the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple requires two auxiliary hydraulic circuits: one for actuating the jaws and one for the 360° rotation. UZINEX verifies the availability of both circuits on your excavator at the quotation stage before delivery. Are the MDG jaws replaceable when worn?
Yes, the wear components of the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple are replaceable independently. UZINEX keeps spare parts for all 5 MDG models in stock at Iași, with immediate delivery to minimise machine downtime on site. Is the MDG eligible for public tenders?
Yes. UZINEX provides complete technical documentation on delivery. The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple can be added directly in SEAP/SICAP. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and supplies equipment for EU-funded and PNRR projects in the construction and infrastructure sectors. Why UZINEX for the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple
The concrete demolition excavator grapple is the equipment that determines the pace of material removal on demolition sites; daily productivity and the cost per cubic metre demolished depend directly on correctly sizing the model and on the availability of spare parts.
• Model selection from 5 options: UZINEX recommends the right MDG model for the excavator tonnage and the typical dimensions of the materials on your demolition site.
• Hydraulic compatibility check: both auxiliary circuits confirmed on your excavator before delivery of the concrete demolition excavator grapple.
• Hardox+Q460+NM400 guaranteed: certified steels for resistance to the impact and wear specific to concrete and stone demolition.
• 60-month warranty: extended coverage for the Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple under intensive use on demolition sites.
• Transport and installation included: delivery to destination, installation on the excavator, hydraulic adjustments and operator training included.
• Spare parts for all 5 MDG models permanently in stock at Iași: immediate availability, no unplanned stoppages of the demolition line.
• National technical support within 24–48 hours: a network of technicians with nationwide coverage and a guaranteed response time.
• Financing options: leasing and credit available on the UZINEX credit and leasing page.
The Monde MDG concrete demolition excavator grapple available through UZINEX: 5 models MDG06–MDG30, 280–2.080 kg, continuous 360° rotation, Hardox+Q460+NM400, pressure 320–350 bar, flow 50–80 L/min, opening 1.000–2.400 mm, compatible with 4–40 tonne excavators, 60-month warranty, transport and installation included throughout Romania.
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